MPs launch spyware-for-sale probe

Cyprus’ parliament opened an inquiry into the development of spyware on the island after a draft European Parliament committee investigation report said it was an important export hub for the surveillance industry.

COVID19: Focus on jabs ahead of winter wave

Authorities will focus on encouraging people over 60, especially those in nursing homes, to get an updated booster vaccination to prepare for a probable new COVID-19 wave this winter. These were among

Hope fades ahead of CPI data

By Craig Erlam We’re seeing some risk aversion in markets on Thursday as we await inflation data from the US later in the week. It probably won’t come as a surprise to

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Anastasiades honoured by Israel

President Nicos Anastasiades was decorated with Israel’s Presidential Medal of Honour for being a “true friend” during a special ceremony in Jerusalem. The President of Israel, Isaac Herzog, decorated him. Anastasiades was awarded

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Nearly 7% work from home in Cyprus

The percentage of employees that work from home in the European Union has increased after the COVID-19 pandemic, including in Cyprus. During the COVID-19 crisis, many employed people were faced with changing

Stocks ease on US midterm results

By Craig Erlam Equity markets are mixed on Wednesday as investors continue to watch events unfold in the US for a sense of what impact they’ll have on sentiment. The impact of

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Battle against dangerous mosquitoes intensifies

Authorities are intensifying measures to control or eradicate two species of mosquitoes spotted in Limassol and Larnaca, posing a public health risk. The two species of mosquito causing public concern are the Aedes